France Programme Internship

Geneva Com; Paris; Hybrid; EUR 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

European Climate Foundation in Paris offers a six-month France Programme Internship to support the climate policy agenda. The intern will research topics across energy, transport, and building sectors, develop databases, and assist with events and presentations.

The role requires enrollment in a Master’s program (or an equivalent degree) and strong writing and synthesis capabilities, with fluency in French and English.

Qualifications

• Curriculum aligned with climate policy and related fields.
• Strong writing and synthesis skills for policy notes.
• Comfort with administrative tasks and data handling.

Responsibilities

• Monitor climate and policy topics relevant to the France programme.
• Research and draft regular notes and literature reviews.
• Develop databases to organize information and contacts.
• Attend events and report back with summaries.
• Support workshops and presentations with logistical input
• Assist with project administration and coordination

Skills

Writing skills

Synthesis ability

Initiative

Problem solving

Administrative skills

Education

Master's program enrolled or degree

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Administration, HR, Management, Accounting/Finance

France Programme Internship

The European Climate Foundation (ECF) is a major philanthropic initiative working to help tackle the climate crisis by fostering the development of a net-zero emission society at the national, European and global level. ECF supports over 1000 partner organisations driving ambitious policy in support of the Paris Agreement objectives.

About the role: The ECF French Programme works with partners in civil society, think tanks, politics, business and academia to support positive and inclusive action on climate and energy in France, building political will for more ambitious climate action and developing solutions to the policy, social and practical challenges of decarbonising the economy. The team is looking for a highly committed and energetic intern to support the programme for six months, starting as soon as possible. The intern will be based in Paris and work closely with the French team.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor news related to ECF programme areas, especially energy, transport, buildings and industry, with particular interest in the private sector
• Research and write regular notes and analysis to help the French team explore new areas of work: literature reviews, stakeholder mapping, etc.
• Develop databases
• Attend events and report back
• Provide conceptual assistance for workshops and other events
• Help with project administration and preparation of presentations

Experience and competencies

• Genuine interest in the mission and values of the organisation
• Currently enrolled in a Master's program (or equivalent); degree in a field relevant to climate policy (political science, economics, environment, communications)
• Good knowledge of climate, energy and agriculture discussions and French policy-making processes
• Strong interest in political and societal issues at national and European level
• Ability to take initiative and solve problems creatively
• Very good writing and synthesis skills
• Strong administrative and computer skills (PowerPoint, Excel)
• Native or comparable level French and excellent English

What we offer: a flexible work environment, a good working atmosphere and an office in the heart of Paris, and a six-month internship. Candidates must be enrolled in an educational institution (Master's preferred). A valid working permit is required.